Survey Office Technician

Job Summary
AKS Engineering & Forestry (AKS) has an immediate opening for a full-time Survey Office Technician for our Vancouver, Washington office. You will be responsible for processing the field data provided daily from the survey crews. You will work closely with Project Surveyors, AKS survey crews, Project Engineers, and Project Managers on a mixture of private and public works projects. This is an opportunity to work with a respected and talented team of professionals in a dynamic organization.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor of Science degree in Land Surveying or equivalent. Land Survey Intern (LSI) certification preferred but not required.
• A minimum of 2-5 years minimum surveying experience with transportation, utility, residential development, and retail/commercial/industrial site development projects.
• Knowledge of all phases of land surveying and map preparation, including land surveying techniques, survey control, and construction surveying.
• Knowledge in the laws and regulations pertaining to land surveying in Oregon including county regulation.
• Knowledge and use of AutoCAD, Civil 3D software.
• Experience and use of Trimble Total stations, GNSS Receivers and TSC3 data collectors.
• Experience with Trimble Access and Trimble Business Center.
• Ability to work efficiently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

Job Functions & Responsibilities: Working under the direction of the Project Surveyor:

• Prepare various survey documents including subdivision plats, exhibits, boundary surveys, record of surveys utilizing Civil 3d software.
• Reduce survey data in Trimble Business Center software.
• Import field survey data and export survey data for field work utilizing Civil 3d Software.
• Preparation of topographic survey maps including existing property features and existing ground models utilizing Civil 3d software.
• Perform office calculations and support field survey crews for construction staking and property monumentation.
• Prepare legal descriptions of real property.
• Adhere to company work flows, standards and procedures.   
• Do what needs to be done.

Who We Are
AKS is a locally owned multidiscipline engineering consulting firm focused on developing infrastructure for private and public clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. Remaining true to our values and diligently maintaining our focus on quality enables our staff to thrive and grow. With seven offices and over 28 years in business, AKS is a well-respected and trusted resource to a broad portfolio of clients, providing a unique and diverse combination of services.
- Civil Engineering                                 - Land, Aerial, and Hydrographic Surveying
- Land Use Planning                              - Landscape Architecture
- Forestry/Forest Engineering             - Arboriculture
- Natural Resources                              - Water Resources
- Construction Support Services         - GIS
 
Why Join Us
AKS is recognized annually as one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Southwest Washington. With a reputation built on personal responsibility, straight answers, practical solutions, and client and employee service, AKS has become a highly sought-after place to work. We care deeply about building long-term relationships at all levels of our organization and look for opportunities to share meals together every week, go on team-building adventures, make team site visits, and host events that bring people and clients together.

Our collaborative approach is centered around multidisciplinary teams that support projects from inception to completion. We function as one team, one company, one community, and empower our employees to deliver their best work to evolve, grow, and succeed.
 
Benefits
At AKS, we believe that great work deserves great benefits. That’s why we offer a robust benefits package designed to support your well-being and growth:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Many and varied options are available: flexible spending account, health savings account, family leave, paid holidays, and disability, life, and pet insurance.
• Retirement Ready: Immediate 401k matching to help you secure your financial future.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to personal and professional development, mentorship, and training programs to help you thrive in your career.
• Team Culture: Collaborative and fun environment with regular staff and team events that foster connection and community.
• Stability You Can Trust: Work for an established, reputable company known for its stability and success.
• Unwind Together: Enjoy lunch on AKS once a week, designed for you to connect and recharge with colleagues.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and generous paid time off policies to support your lifestyle and personal commitments.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.

AKS Engineering and Forestry does not work with third-party recruiters or agencies. Candidates should be warned that third-party recruiters may misrepresent themselves as working on behalf of AKS. Candidates should only communicate directly with AKS employees.
 
Third-party recruiters and agencies should not contact AKS Engineering and Forestry employees directly. Any resumes sent from third-party recruiters or agencies to an AKS employee or submitted through the AKS website are considered unsolicited and the property of AKS. AKS will not pay a placement fee unless the recruiter or agency has a signed contract with AKS before submitting a candidate for consideration.